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Whether you're inspired by free museums or culturally diverse neighborhoods, this city has it all. Catch a musical before it hits Broadway. Go where DC creators hatch their best ideas. The District oozes with local flavor and one-of-a-kind experiences. Bottle it up on your trip when you tour colorful street murals, chat with artists at Eastern Market or accept a standing invite to the Meridian Hill drum circle.

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Wildly Authentic Things to Do

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Where to Find the Most Colorful Street Murals in Washington, DC

Vibrant street art adds color to DC in any season.

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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

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Theaters & Performance Spaces to See a Show in Washington, DC

A variety of performances grace stages throughout the District – her...

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20+ Cool & Interesting Museums in Washington, DC That Aren’t On the National Mall

Venture off the National Mall to these knowledge centers for a uniqu...

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Ways to Celebrate African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Honor the Black experience at these museums, memorials and more thro...

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Grab A Seat: Washington, DC’s Theaters Are Must-See Attractions

Why Washington, DC's performing arts scene is in a class of its own

Grandfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown Mural by Aniekan Udofia
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Keep on Groovin’: An Intro to Go-Go Music in Washington, DC

The official music of the city has a fascinating history, but its st...

A couple looks at a colorful painting at the Phillips Collection.
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2 Days of LGBTQ+ Culture & Arts in Washington, DC

Whether during Pride or year-round, visitors and locals can embrace ...

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Discover the National Gallery of Art East Building in Washington, DC

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Dupont Circle

Woodrow Wilson House

Dine intimately in the presidential Dining Room, enjoy cocktails throughout the main museum rooms or relax and unwind in the tranquil period garden.

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The Howard Theatre

One-of-a-Kind Private Event Experience: From Concert Venue to Corporate Awards Dinner

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Downtown

National Museum of Women in the Arts

First major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts.

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National Mall

National Museum of the American Indian

Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

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Saint John Paul II National Shrine

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

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George Washington's Mount Vernon

The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.

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National Postal Museum

Smithsonian National Postal Museum

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National Geographic Museum of Exploratio...

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Capitol Hill

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

Hill Center aims to broaden the horizons of all who enter by providing high-quality arts, education, and cultural programs to engage more fully in the life of our city.

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National Mall

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

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Wesley Heights

The Kreeger Museum

The Kreeger Museum is a DC art museum focused on Impressionism, early Modernism, and Contemporary sculpture.

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Capitol Hill

U.S. Capitol & Capitol Visitor Center

The Capitol Visitor Center is the main entrance to the U.S. Capitol and is located below the East Front plaza of the Capitol between Constitution and Independence Avenues.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

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DC History Center

Learn about local Washington, DC history!

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Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

An innovator in the development of new plays earning a reputation for staying plugged in to the mad temper of the times (New York Times).

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National Building Museum

The National Building Museum is America's leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment.

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The Magic Duel in Penn Quarter & Chinatown

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American Apparitions: A Psychogeographies Project

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River Club Brunch

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The Magic Duel Comedy Show at Pinstripes Georgetown

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BloomFest at the Tidal Basin

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Prince Caspian Live onstage

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Living Letters

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The Dinner Detective Washington DC

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A Good Day to Me Not to You

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Hamnet

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Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest

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Travesty

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The Wiz

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"1776" at Ford's Theatre

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Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

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Monday Funday Concerts

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Foggy Bottom

Friday Noon Concert, in Celebration of International House Museum Days!

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